Associate of Science in Welding

Glendale Community College - California

This degree or certificate is designed to train students in all fundamental processes of welding including Oxy/Acetylene, Metal Inert Gas (MIG), Arc, and Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG). Students prepare to successfully pass the American Welding Society (AWS) certification exams and to enter this in-demand workforce within one to two years. Students must complete all required courses for a minimum of 19 - 20 units. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will be able to demonstrate the skills necessary to read engineering drawings and solve technical mathematics problems as they relate to welding tasks. Students will complete introductory and advanced level welding projects using various techniques and procedures. Students will discuss metallurgical concepts, heat treating procedures, and machine tool technology concepts.

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